Nurse, Licensed Vocational

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Inpatient Psychiatric Services

Los Angeles, CA | Inpatient Behavioral Health | $30.00 per Hour

Kedren Community Health Center, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care within our inpatient psychiatric programs. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LVN will support the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services by administering medications, monitoring patient status, participating in treatment planning, and contributing to a safe and therapeutic environment.

This position is ideal for an LVN with psychiatric or behavioral health experience who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend shift reports to obtain and communicate patient care updates.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing protocols.
• Perform basic nursing assessments, obtain vital signs, and document findings accurately.
• Report abnormal findings and significant patient changes to the RN for evaluation and follow-up.
• Conduct and document patient safety rounds every 15 minutes.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and provide patient progress updates.
• Assist with crisis intervention and emergency procedures under the direction of nursing leadership and providers.
• Monitor and document medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, and side effects.
• Maintain accurate medication administration records and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with nursing staff regarding PRN medication needs and ongoing patient care.
• Assist with therapeutic groups and structured patient activities.
• Support a therapeutic treatment environment promoting patient recovery and engagement.
• Encourage and assist patients with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and self-care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Comply with mandated reporting requirements and all organizational policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with emotionally or mentally disturbed patients.
• Recent acute inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience working with multicultural and diverse patient populations.
• Demonstrated crisis intervention, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with high-acuity psychiatric patients in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and patient care skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in inpatient psychiatric, behavioral health, or mental health care settings.
• Knowledge of mental health treatment practices and patient safety protocols.
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and healthcare technology systems.